Equipment and functional description ... Principle of operation ..........9 Mode of operation of the coolant circuit .... 9 Automatic auxiliary functions ........ 10 Design of the geoTHERM exclusive heatpump Operation ............13 Familiarising yourself with and operating the controller ..............13 5.1.1...
Data badge An identification plate is attached to the baseplate on the inside of the geoTHERM exclusive heat pump. The type designation is located at the top of the front clad- ding (see also Fig. 4.3, Item 1). In Chapter 7.2 of the Ap-...
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Note! R 407 C presents no danger in normal use and under normal conditions. With improper use, however, it can cause inju- ry and damage. Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
Prohibition on alterations operation Danger!Inappropriate alterations can cause injuries! Vaillant geoTHERM exclusive heat pumps are built using Under no circumstances should you at- state-of-the-art technology and according to standard tempt to make changes or alterations to safety regulations and must be installed by a qualified...
In contrast to heaters that operate using fossil fuels, no Caution! complex maintenance work is necessary for the Vaillant Risk of damage from brine escaping from geoTHERM exclusive heat pump. leaks in the system.
6 % per annum. under the heat pump. In small amounts, accumulating condensate should not be seen as a fault in the heat pump. Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
— Set the thermostatic valves: 3.6.3 Coolant You can adjust the room temperature to suit your in- The Vaillant heat pump is filled with R 407 C coolant. dividual requirements and ensure effective operation of your heating installation using the thermostatic Danger!
The heat pump switches on again when the brine pres- sure rises above 0.4 bar gauge pressure. geoTHERM exclusive heat pumps by Vaillant are If the brine pressure drops below 0.6 bar on the pres- equipped with an auxiliary cooling function that ensures...
Design of the geoTHERM exclusive heat pump A domestic hot water cylinder with a capacity of 175 li- tres is integrated into the Vaillant geoTHERM exclusive heat pump. The heat pump is available in three versions, which differ mainly in their output.
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3 Heat source to the heat pump 4 Heat source from the heat pump 5 Heating return 6 Heating flow 7 Handle trough 8 Handle trough/cable grommet, electrical connection 9 Ventilation, heating flow to domestic hot water cylinder Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
You can access the next menu by turning setting value to be accepted. dial. The numbers make it easier to find individual menus during programming. • Repeat this sequence until all the settings have been made. Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
The controller on the operating panel of the heat pump is used to programme the mixer circuits. In order to op- erate under comfortable conditions you can connect the remote control units VR 90 for the first eight heating circuits. Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
When you reset the control system to the default settings, specific system settings can be deleted and the system can sut down. The system does not suf- This symbol points you to these energy saving tips. fer damage. Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
>Select day of the week Room Temp. setpoint 12 ºC >Select day of the week >Set starting day >Select day of the week Code level only for expert technicians Fig. 5.3 Displays in the User level Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
The symbol indicates that the heat pump is in cooling operation. Under the symbol the actual heating flow temperature is displayed (in the example 20 °C). Table 5.1 Settable parameters in the operator level Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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CH return too high Under critical operating conditions a warning message is displayed in both lower display lines. These lines are empty when the operating conditions are normal. Table 5.1 Adjustable parameters at the operator level (contd.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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Off: The heating circuit is off, provided that the frost protection function (depending on the external tem- perature) is not activated. Note: Additional heating circuits are displayed, depending on the system configuration. Table 5.1 Adjustable parameters at the operator level (contd.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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1st February 2002 energy conservation regulation) the room temperature reduction can be dispensed with owing to low heat losses. The desired set-back temperature must be set in menu 2. Table 5.1 Adjustable parameters at the operator level (contd.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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The operating times of the circulation pump can thus be optimally matched to the actual need. Consult your expert technician about doing this. Table 5.1 Adjustable parameters at the operator level (contd.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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Caution! Do not try to access the code level by mak- ing arbitrary entries in the code level. Unintentional modification of the system-specific parameters can cause malfunctions or damage to the heat pump. Table 5.1 Adjustable parameters at the operator level (contd.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
"Auto" or "ECO" is set. One-time charging: 16.02.08 9:35 This function allows you to charge the hot water cylinder once, re- gardless of the current time program. one-time DHW tank loading enabled Table 5.2 Special functions Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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The system does not suffer damage. Time programme NO/YES Everything NO/YES Press both dials for at least 5 seconds to request the menu default >Settable values setting. Table 5.3 Re-establishing the default setting Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
5.4 to 5.7. Only genuine Vaillant spare parts may be used for in- Do not attempt to remove the source of spections, maintenance and repair work to ensure the the malfunction yourself.
Table 5.5 Warning messages, no shutdown Coolant pressure outside the range If the error occurs twice in a row the heat pump cannot be started until after 60 min. at the earliest. Table 5.6 Temporary malfunctions Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
Frost protection heat source possible monitoring source outlet Error 20 has occurred three times in a row Frost protection heat source possible monitoring source outlet Error 22 has occurred three times in a Table 5.7 Error shutdown Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
6 Warranty and customer service Warranty and customer service Vaillant warranty Vaillant provide a full parts and labour warranty for this appliance. The appliance must be installed by a suitably competent person in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, and the manufacturer’s in- structions.
IP 20 Hydraulic connections - Heating circuit flow and return G 1 1/4", Ø 28 - Heat source flow and return G 1 1/4", Ø 28 - Cold/hot water R 3/4" Table 7.1 Technical data Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
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VL = 18 °C and heating return RL = 22 °C! Sound output Conforms to safety regulations CE mark Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EWG EMC Directive 89/336/EWG EN 60335 ISO 5149 Table 7.1 Technical data (cont.) Operating Manual geoTHERM exclusive VWS 0020071929_00...
Explanation of the symbols on the identification plate An identification plate is attached to the baseplate on the inside of the geoTHERM exclusive heat pump. The Rated voltage - compressor type designation is located at the top of the front clad- ding (see Fig.
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